Persons in Hunter with HIV/AIDS may possibly find that they are in need of drug and alcohol abuse rehabilitation. It is important that the drug and alcohol rehabilitation program of choice is one which recognizes the challenges involved in treating clients stricken with these ailments so that having HIV/AIDS does not get in the way of their rehabilitation. As soon as any physical obstacles have been conquered, as is often the case with addicted individuals who have not taken care of their health, individuals with HIV/AIDS in rehabilitation will address all of the mental and emotional issues involved in their drug addiction. The ultimate prize will be an individual who can take care of themselves physically and in life, and quite possibly add quite a few years to their life.